Homeownership
Find tips for paying off your mortgage, refinancing to a better interest rate and boosting your home's value.
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Mortgage rate deals for week ending June 25, 2022: Top offers from lenders
Mortgage rates retreated slightly this week.
2 min read Jun 25, 2022 -
Is the housing market about to crash? Here’s what the experts say
Yes, the housing market is frothy. But there’s wide agreement among experts about one thing.
8 min read Jun 24, 2022 -
What is a heat pump?
Think of it as a furnace and AC in one: a money- and energy-saver, if you live in the right climate.
4 min read Jun 24, 2022 -
How does a fixed-rate HELOC work?
You can lock the rate on your home equity line of credit with this hybrid loan.
5 min read Jun 23, 2022 -
Caring for hardwood floors: refinishing vs resurfacing
We hammer home the differences in these two ways of refreshing your old flooring.
3 min read Jun 23, 2022 -
All-in-one washer-dryers
These space-saving appliances do it all. Just not very well.
2 min read Jun 22, 2022 -
Little things, big problems: warning signs of structural damage in your home
These easily overlooked issues could suggest trouble. Ignore them at your peril.
4 min read Jun 22, 2022 -
Should you ditch natural gas?
Making a switch to other energy sources has plenty of practical pros and cons.
5 min read Jun 22, 2022 -
Mortgage basics: 10/1 ARM vs. 30-year fixed-rate mortgage
Plan to stay in your house for 10 years or less? A 10/1 ARM may be a good choice.
3 min read Jun 22, 2022 -
How much does landscaping cost?
Improving your great outdoors can range from hundreds to thousands of dollars. Here’s how to parse the prices.
6 min read Jun 22, 2022